Friends,
Less than three years ago, I quit my job in corporate communications and went headlong into freelancing. I called it, “my adventure.” Since then, I’ve been especially aware of taking risks and doing things that scare me.
Well, I’m heading into another adventure next month. I’m running my first 5k.
I’m not entirely sure how I got talked into this. I’ve never liked running. In fact, I’ve warned people that if you see me running, you should probably be running, too.
Yet, here I am in the middle of training week five.
I’m using a couch-to-5k app, and if we’re being honest, I still identify way more with the couch aspect than the 5k aspect. I’ve also developed an obsession with running clothes, updating my playlist and keeping my newly chopped hair out of my face without looking like a sweaty Medusa.
The struggle is real, y’all.
The event is Women Run the D on Sept. 15 on Belle Isle. I have no idea if I’ll keep up with running after the race, but I’m enjoying the challenge and proud of my accomplishment already. My goal is to finish in the top 500 in my age bracket. Keep your fingers crossed!
Rebecca
SeptemBEERfest Coming to Auburn Hills
Auburn Hills is hosting its first-ever SeptemBEERfest event on Friday, Sept. 13, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Riverside Park (located at 3311 Squirrel Ct.) in downtown Auburn Hills.
The Michigan craft beer tasting event will feature two blues bands, lawn games, BBQ-style food, and a variety of craft beer vendors. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Auburn Hills Community Foundation.
This charitable event is reserved for guests 21 or older. Pre-sale tickets will be available for $25 per person until Saturday, Aug. 31. After that, general admission tickets will be available for $35 per person. Tickets may also be purchased at the door, but it is recommended to buy your tickets in advance.
Free Drug Overdose Treatment Training
The Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities, Rochester Auburn Hills Community Coalition and the Auburn Hills Fire and Police departments for a free community Naloxone training. Everyone who attends will be trained on the proper administration of the Intra-Nasal Naloxone-style overdose reversal kits.
Everyone aged 18 and older will also receive a free Save a Life Bag containing two 4mg doses of IntraNasal Narcan.
RSVP here.
Last Summer Concert Aug. 23
Grab a lawn chair and your dancing shoes for the last summer concert of the season on Friday, Aug. 23. Collision 6 will rock out the Riverside Amphitheatre from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Don’t miss this toe-tapping good time.
Save the Date for Zombie Laser Tag
Parks and Rec is hosting the 6th annual Zombie Laser Tag for teens ages 13 to 18. The event is free and takes place during the annual Spooktacular event downtown. All equipment is provided. Costumes are not required but are encouraged. Head over to Riverside Park and join the Kombat Tag team Saturday, Oct. 26, from noon to 2 p.m.
